Li-ion for UUVs Li-ion technology is now widely used on many defence vehicles and equipment and is quite common on underwater vehicles. Saft is prominent in this market and offers solutions based on sound architecture and proven technology, taking advantage of its extensive experience of Li-ion in many other highly demanding applications. Saft systems are based on a range of standard industrial or special cells and these can be used to design solutions, tailored to any requirement. Saft Li-ion battery systems are used in all types of unmanned underwater vehicles (UUV), often as the sole source of onboard power. They can also help to optimize the propulsion system alongside fuel cells. They also have very long endurance at sea, working cost effectively with diesel engines thanks to their l

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